2004 Audi RS6 vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2004 Audi RS6 and 2004 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS6 weights approximately 670 kg more than 2004 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 3. (230 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi RS6 | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | RS6 | 3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |